Come for the Insights. Leave with a Plan.

Today's freight landscape is evolving rapidly. Market volatility, emerging technologies, shifting capacity, and changing customer demands are reshaping the supply chain—and staying ahead requires more than yesterday's data.

Intermodal EXPO 2026 is where the supply chain comes together to make sense of what's next. Through expert-led education, forward-looking market insights, and practical discussions, you'll gain the knowledge and connections needed to navigate change and build a stronger strategy for the year ahead.

Dialogue Box Speaker Proposals Now Open - Deadline: July 10

For more information and to apply, please visit the online submission form.

Interested in Hosting an Event at Intermodal EXPO? Deadline: July 24, 2026 - Apply here
  • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Registration and Exhibitor Move-in

  • 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Academic Challenge (closed)

  • 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

    Task Force & Working Group Mtgs

  • 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

    Champagne and Cargo Reception (VIP Invite only)

  • 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

    Academic Challenge (Open to all)

    Enjoy presentations from our IANA Scholarship School student teams as they share their solutions to questions raised in a timely intermodal case that they just received the day before! Winning teams are announced on stage during Tuesday’s Opening General session.

  • 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

    Registration & Exhibitor Move-in

  • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

    M&R Committee Meeting - Updates & Education

    Be part of the discussion as industry leaders share progress on key initiatives focused on equipment safety, maintenance best practices, roadability, and dispute resolution. Receive updates on new recommended practices, training resources, and damage prevention efforts, and hear how emerging priorities such as workforce development, driver and mechanic engagement, and artificial intelligence are shaping the future of intermodal maintenance and repair. Plus, learn from NextGen Trucking and industry peers about innovative approaches to recruiting, developing, and retaining the workforce that keeps our industry moving forward.

  • 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

    Safety and Security Committee Meeting - Updates & Education

    Stay ahead of the issues shaping the future of safety and security intermodal transportation: hear the latest updates on cargo theft mitigation efforts, emerging autonomous vehicle and terminal safety practices, while learning how industry collaboration is driving meaningful progress. Plus, don't miss an informative presentation on freight fraud prevention and the NFMTA Threat Report Portal—valuable tools helping organizations strengthen supply chain security and risk awareness.
  • 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

    Operations Committee Meeting - Updates & Education

    Don't miss this opportunity to hear the latest progress on key industry initiatives, including the NJ/NY Toll Attribution Task Force, SCAC Accuracy Working Group, and the newly formed AI Working Group. Gain valuable insights into practical solutions that are improving efficiency, reducing costs, and addressing operational challenges across the intermodal supply chain. Plus, hear from the Harbor Trucking Association and early AI adopters as they explore emerging technologies that are transforming the movement of cargo and shaping the future of our industry.

  • 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    Board of Directors Meeting (Closed)

  • 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    Student / FLIP Tour(s) (Invite Only)

  • 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

    Shipper Facility Tours (Invite Only)

  • 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Supply Chain Beach Volleyball League - Beach Party Event

    Kick-off IANA by networking, fresh air, and fun with other supply chain folks at Belmont Shores Beach Volleyball courts. Learn more or reserve your spot here.

  • 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

    FLIP Reception (Invite Only)

  • 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

    New Member/ First-Time Attendee / Committee Leadership Reception / VIPs - (Invite Only)

  • 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

    Welcome Reception

  • 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

    Board of Directors Dinner (Invite Only)

  • 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Registration

  • 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.

    Networking Breakfast

  • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

    General Session: Welcome and Awards; Featured Speaker

    Katie Farmer
    President and Chief Executive Officer, BNSF Railway

    Gain leadership insight and strategic vision from more than 30 years of railroading experience, with a focus on operations, service, and safety.

  • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Live Podcast Recordings

  • 9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

    Networking Break

  • 9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

    General Session: Featured Speaker

    Jim Vena
    CEO, Union Pacific

    Take a deep dive into the future of rail and the evolving intermodal landscape with one of the industry's most influential leaders.

  • 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

    Exhibit Hall Open:

    Enjoy on-floor education, rail updates, live demos, and networking lounges.

  • 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

    Exhibit Hall Concurrent Sessions

    Applied Technologies

    AI in Intermodal: From Framework to Field

    What’s in it for you?

    • Understand where AI is actually delivering value today—and where it isn’t
    • Get a practical framework to assess your organization’s readiness
    • Learn how to align teams and leadership around an actionable AI strategy
    • Walk away with clear next steps to move from exploration to execution

    Security & Risk

    Legal & Regulatory Issues Intermodal Needs to Know

    What’s in it for you?

    • Stay ahead of policy changes that directly impact your operations
    • Learn how to avoid costly compliance gaps across safety, data, and liability
    • Understand how regulations intersect with technology and personnel decisions
    • Gain clarity so you can plan confidently in a shifting regulatory environment

    Tools for Growth

    Strengthening the Port-Rail Connection

    What’s in it for you?

    • Identify bottlenecks impacting speed, cost, and reliability
    • Learn how better coordination across modes improves performance
    • Understand what leading ports, railroads, and carriers are doing differently
    • Walk away with ideas to improve fluidity across your own network
  • 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    BCO Luncheon (Invitation Only)

  • 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

    Exhibit Hall Concurrent Sessions

    Applied Technologies

    EV Reality Check: Is the Industry Shifting & Why?

    What’s in it for you?

    • Separate hype from reality on EV adoption in freight
    • Understand where electrification makes operational sense and realistic challenges
    • Identify risks, limitations, and infrastructure gaps
    • Prepare your fleet strategy for near- and long-term transitions

    Security & Risk

    Cargo Theft: What’s Next and Why It Matters

    What’s in it for you?

    • Learn how cargo theft tactics are evolving—and where you’re most exposed
    • Understand financial and operational impacts to your business
    • Get actionable strategies to strengthen security and reduce risk
    • Protect your freight, customers, and reputation

    Tools for Growth

    Expand Your Leadership Range: Six Avatars that Drive Real Results

    What’s in it for you?

    • Identify your leadership style—and its blind spots
    • Learn how to adapt your approach based on people and situations
    • Improve team alignment, trust, and performance
    • Leave with practical tools to lead more effectively in a complex environment
  • 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

    Exhibit Hall Happy Hour

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

    VIP / BCO Reception (Invitation Only)

  • 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

    IANA After Dark - Join us for an evening party to remember - NEW!

  • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

    Registration

  • 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

    Networking Breakfast

  • 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

    Live Podcast Recordings

  • 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

    General Session: FLIP Completion Ceremony & Inside Intermodal Panel

    Inside Intermodal

    Join us as we kick off Intermodal EXPO with this annual favorite. Hear from our panel of experts as they provide their insights on the current state of the intermodal supply chain and where we are headed. With detailed coverage of ocean carriers, truckers, 3PLs, and intermodal, you’ll get the inside view of key topics affecting your operations.

  • 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

    Networking Break

  • 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

    General Session: Closing Keynote Speaker

    Guenther Steiner
    CEO, Red Bull KTM Tech3

    Discover what it takes to lead high-performance teams and make bold decisions in fast-moving environments with the former Haas F1 Team Principal.

  • 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Exhibit Hall Open:

    Enjoy on-floor education, rail updates, live demos, and networking lounges.

  • 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

    Exhibit Hall Concurrent Sessions

    Applied Technologies

    Collaborative Tech to Combat Fragmented Visibility

    What’s in it for you?

    • Understand why visibility gaps persist—and what they cost you
    • Learn how leading companies are improving execution, not just tracking
    • Identify technologies that deliver measurable operational improvements
    • Discover practical ways to simplify and scale intermodal adoption

    Security & Risk

    Smart Insurance Strategies for Intermodal Operators

    What’s in it for you?

    • Identify gaps in your current coverage before they become losses
    • Better understand liability exposure across your network
    • Learn how to structure policies that align with real-world operations
    • Gain strategies to reduce risk while controlling insurance-related costs

    Tools for Growth

    Fostering Intermodal Growth

    What’s in it for you?

    • Understand how to turn current market conditions into sustained growth
    • Learn what’s needed to make intermodal more competitive vs. truckload
    • Gain cross-industry perspective on shared challenges and solutions
    • Walk away with strategies to position intermodal as a long-term advantage
  • 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

    Exhibit Hall Concurrent Sessions

    Applied Technologies

    Elevating & Expanding Core Operational Systems

    What’s in it for you?

    • Identify weak points in your current systems and processes
    • Learn how to prioritize technology and infrastructure investments
    • Improve efficiency, safety, and scalability across operations
    • Build a stronger operational foundation for future growth

    Security & Risk

    Cyber Security: Mitigating Operational Risk for Intermodal Networks

    What’s in it for you?

    • Understand how cyber threats can disrupt real-world operations
    • Identify vulnerabilities across terminals, systems, and data flows
    • Learn practical steps to reduce risk and improve response readiness
    • Protect your network as operations become more connected

    Tools for Growth

    Marketing Tool Kit for Intermodal

    What’s in it for you?

    • Learn how to generate leads in a changing buyer landscape
    • Use content, email, social, and AI more effectively
    • Stand out in a crowded market with credible, differentiated messaging
    • Build visibility and demand even as traditional tactics lose impact
  • 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Farewell Reception

  • 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

    Exhibitor Move-out

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

    HTA Meeting & Reception (invite only)

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

    Connie Awards (invite only)

  • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

    Exhibitor Move-out